Umojazz: A Soulful Holiday presented in collaboration with The Gilmore
Time:
Tuesday, Dec 23
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Umojazz: A Soulful Holiday
Presented by Dabney & Co. in collaboration with The Gilmore
Date & Time
Tuesday, December 23
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Performance Overview
Celebrate the season with Umojazz: A Soulful Holiday, a one-night-only musical experience bringing together jazz, soul, and timeless holiday favorites at Dabney & Co. Featuring acclaimed jazz pianist Xavier Davis and award-winning vocalist Edye Evans Hyde, the evening pays tribute to the music that has shaped the sound of the American holiday season—from Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald to Mariah Carey. Blending history, culture, and heart, this soulful celebration invites guests to reflect, rejoice, and revel in the warmth of sound and spirit.
Meet the Band or Artist
Xavier Davis is a powerhouse in the jazz world whose career was launched when legendary vocalist Betty Carter discovered him in 1994 and invited him to join her trio in New York. Since then, he has performed with icons including Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Christian McBride, and Regina Carter, and has appeared on more than 80 recordings, including GRAMMY-winning projects with the Christian McBride Big Band. A dedicated educator, Davis currently serves as Associate Professor of Jazz Piano at Michigan State University and previously taught at Juilliard, blending deep musical intellect with a soulful, intuitive touch.
Edye Evans Hyde is an award-winning jazz vocalist with an international career spanning more than three decades. Known for her warm tone and commanding stage presence, she has shared the stage with artists such as Ray Charles, Arturo Sandoval, Michael Bolton, and Linda Hopkins, captivating audiences across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Her work blends jazz, blues, and pop with theatrical flair, showcased in her acclaimed recording Girl Talk and in symphonic collaborations. Named West Michigan Jazz Musician of the Year in 2011, Edye is also the founder of Ebony Road Players, where she fuses music, community, and cultural storytelling through performance and education.
Craft Cocktails & More
Enhance your evening with our signature Mint Julep or explore other house favorites like the Spicy Mocktail Mule or the Motown Philly Mocktail. Each drink is expertly crafted to pair perfectly with the night’s soundscape.
Dress Code
Upscale casual—stylish and relaxed.
Parking Information
Enjoy free street parking after 5 PM. Additional parking is available at Arcadia Ramp 4 (306 N Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007), just steps from Dabney & Co.
Reservation
Reserve your table now at:
www.drinkswithdabney.com/reserve